2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 300 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2210 mm |
